Electrical Apprentice

General Job Description

Electrical Apprentice – Multifamily Division
Location: Greater Cincinnati, OH
Compensation: $16–$24/hour (based on experience & performance)
Employment Type: Full-time

About Us

KEP Electric, Plumbing & HVAC is a leading subcontractor serving the single-family and multifamily construction industry. We're dedicated to training the next generation of skilled electricians and providing clear, structured career paths for growth.

Position Overview

We're seeking motivated and dependable individuals to join our Multifamily Electrical Team as Electrical Apprentices. No prior electrical experience is required — we provide comprehensive, hands-on training and opportunities to learn from seasoned electricians in the field. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands, solving problems, and building a long-term trade career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist licensed electricians with installing electrical systems on multifamily residential construction sites

• Pull wire, install boxes, devices, conduit, and lighting fixtures under supervision

• Learn to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and job specifications

• Maintain clean and safe job sites while handling tools and materials responsibly

• Participate in on-the-job training and company-led learning opportunities

Minimum Education

None
Minimum Years of Experience

0-2
Specific Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Strong work ethic and eagerness to learn a skilled trade

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work on ladders, lifts, or other elevated surfaces

• Reliable transportation to various job sites around the Cincinnati area

• Willingness to follow safety procedures and instructions

• Positive attitude and a team-focused mindset

(No electrical experience or trade school is required — we'll train you.)

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay ($16–$24/hour) with growth opportunities

• Company-paid tuition for state-approved electrical apprenticeship school — we invest in your professional licensing and development

• On-the-job training with experienced professionals

• Clear career path to Journeyman Electrician and beyond

• Overtime opportunities as available

License Required

Yes
Job Locations

US-OH-Cincinnati
Company Overview

IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single-family homes and multi-family complexes since 1973. We provide comprehensive integrated solutions that light up our world. We make homes come to life.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES's 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions: 

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and  Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement

PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS. 
NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.

EEO & Affirmative Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government. 

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Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at or any IES office to request assistance.

IES Participates in E-Verify

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